The Daalder CollectionThe Daalder Collection of Ethnic Jewellery and Adornment, after 2007
Comb with Kohl Applicator from Uzbekistan
country - Uzbekistan
materials - silver, carnelian, turquoise, wood
object - comb
object date - 19th Century
source - Kajetan Fiedorowicz
Kohl is made by grinding the sulfide mineral Stibnite. It was used as eyeliner and mascara in ancient times. Attached to the top of this comb is a kohl applicator. Please also note the incision on the carnelian.